Aerial site inspections can pinpoint problem areas during solar O&M

By Kelly Pickerel When it comes to solar O&M, site inspection is a key component. Whether through ground- or roof-level inspections or aerial assistance, understanding how a system is performing ensures a successful lifespan. Although inspection services by drones are on the rise, manned aircrafts are also excellent at providing precise information on a solar system’s performance.
Solar Power World talked to Heliolytics, a Canadian aerial inspection team specifically catered to the solar industry, about its services and how precisely its aircraft-mounted sensors can pinpoint system problem areas. Besides boosting performance, consistent aerial site inspections can also help with insurance claims in cases of